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Carmella Fromis

NYS Department of Labor unemployment benefit calculation - how do they determine how much unemployment you get?

I just got approved for unemployment benefits after being laid off from my retail job last month, but I'm confused about how they calculated my weekly benefit amount. My payment is $320 per week which seems random to me. I made about $42,000 last year working full time but had some gaps when I switched jobs. Does anyone know exactly how NYS Department of Labor figures out your benefit amount? I can't find a clear explanation anywhere and when I try to call they just say it's based on my earnings history.

Honestly the whole system is confusing on purpose. I spent hours trying to figure out my calculation and even when I called NYS Department of Labor they couldn't explain it clearly. At least you got approved though - that's the hardest part these days with all the adjudication delays.

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I totally get the frustration with reaching them by phone. When I had questions about my calculation, I actually used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get through to an actual NYS Department of Labor agent. They have a video demo showing how it works: https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI. Made the whole process way less stressful than trying to call myself.

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ya mine was like $287 and i have no idea why lol. as long as the money comes in every week im not complaining

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Asher Levin

How long for NYS Department of Labor unemployment direct deposit to hit my account?

I just certified my weekly claim on Sunday and it shows as processed on my.ny.gov. This is my second week getting payments and I'm still trying to figure out the timing. My first payment took forever but I think that was because of the initial setup. Does anyone know how long it usually takes for the direct deposit to actually show up in your bank account after you certify? I'm with Chase if that makes any difference. Really need to know so I can plan when to pay my rent.

Same boat here with the timing question. My payment status shows 'issued' but nothing in my account yet. It's been 2 days since it showed issued.

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If it shows 'issued' that means NYS Department of Labor has sent the payment to your bank. Should be there within 24-48 hours max. Different banks process at different times though.

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Just want to add that if you're new to UI benefits, the first few payments can be unpredictable timing-wise. After about a month it becomes very regular. Also make sure your bank account info is exactly right in the system because even small errors can delay everything.

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Angelina Farar

What do you have to do to qualify for unemployment benefits with NYS Department of Labor?

I'm thinking about filing for unemployment but I'm not sure if I even qualify. My job at a retail store cut my hours down to basically nothing and I can't survive on 8 hours a week. What are the actual requirements to get unemployment benefits in New York? Do I need to be completely laid off or can I qualify with reduced hours? Also heard there are work search requirements - what exactly do I have to do each week to keep getting benefits?

Also make sure you understand the monetary eligibility requirements. You need sufficient wages in your base period which is usually the first 4 of the last 5 quarters before you file. If you don't have enough wages in the standard base period they might use an alternate base period. The minimum wage requirement changes but it's around $2,800 in your highest earning quarter I think.

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How do I know what my base period wages are? Is that something I can check online somewhere?

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You can see your wage history when you file your claim through the NYS Department of Labor website. They'll show you exactly what wages they have on record for each quarter and whether you meet the requirements.

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Don't forget you also have to register with the state job matching system as part of your claim. It's all done online now through the NYS Department of Labor portal. You'll need to create a complete profile with your work history, skills, and job preferences.

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Zara Ahmed

How long is the unemployment process from filing to first payment in NY?

I just got laid off from my job at a manufacturing plant and need to file for unemployment benefits. I've never done this before and I'm really confused about how long everything takes. From what I can see on the NYS Department of Labor website, there are multiple steps but they don't give clear timeframes. How long does it typically take from when you first file your claim until you actually receive your first unemployment payment? I need to plan my budget and figure out if I should be looking for temporary work while waiting. Any idea how long the whole unemployment process usually takes in New York?

I'm so stressed about this whole thing! What if I make a mistake on my application? What if my employer lies about why I was terminated? What if the NYS Department of Labor decides I don't qualify? There are so many things that could go wrong and I really need these benefits to survive until I find another job.

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Take a deep breath! As long as you were laid off through no fault of your own and you worked enough hours, you should qualify. Just be honest and accurate on your application. Even if there are issues, you have the right to appeal any negative decisions.

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the whole system is designed to make it as difficult as possible to get benefits. they hope you'll just give up and find a job before they have to pay you anything. but stick with it, you paid into this system and you deserve the benefits

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That's pretty discouraging but I appreciate the honesty. I definitely can't afford to give up so I'll just have to be patient with the process.

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Lindsey Fry

Does your previous employer have to approve unemployment benefits in NYS?

I got laid off from my marketing job two weeks ago and filed for unemployment right away. My friend told me that my old employer has to approve my claim before I get any money. Is this true? I'm worried because things didn't end on the best terms with my supervisor. Can they block my unemployment benefits? The NYS Department of Labor website doesn't really explain this clearly and I can't get through on the phone.

The NYS Department of Labor system is so backwards! Why should employers even have a say in this? We pay into unemployment insurance through our paychecks but then they can just lie and try to block us from getting benefits. It's ridiculous that you have to worry about this when you're already stressed about losing your job.

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I get the frustration but there has to be some process to prevent fraud. Some people do try to game the system.

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Most employers don't contest unemployment claims unless they have a really good reason. It takes time and paperwork on their end too. If you were laid off due to business reasons, you should be fine. Just make sure you keep filing your weekly claims even if your case is in adjudication.

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Good point about filing weekly claims. I was wondering if I should stop doing that if there's a problem with my claim.

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